Social Equity Courses and Certifications

Urban Innovation 2: Urban Social Equity

504 ratings at Udemy

An introduction to innovators and initiatives in urban sustainability and connected technology (social equity focus)

• Udemy
• 2 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Rebuilding Trust Between Police and Communities of Color

Explore strategies for improving police-community relations, addressing excessive force, and overcoming racial biases in law enforcement to foster trust and equitable policing practices.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

COVID-19 Recovery and Social Change: Building a More Equitable Future

Experts discuss COVID-19's impact on systemic inequities, exploring strategies for equitable recovery and social change. Insights on domestic policy, multisector approaches, and bridging divides for a more inclusive future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Gains and Perils of Individualism

Explore the balance between individualism and collectivism, examining their impacts on society and healthcare through the lens of a primary care physician's experiences in diverse cultural settings.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Sustainable Neighborhoods

90 ratings at Coursera

Explore tools for sustainable urban neighborhoods, covering natural context, components, structure, and zoning. Analyze case studies from Houston, San Antonio, and Chattanooga to apply concepts for livable communities.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Community-Based Climate Change Solutions

Discover how to adapt climate solutions to local community contexts, engage residents effectively, and implement equitable environmental strategies across diverse settings.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sustainable Housing Design

Learn about practical and innovative design approaches to reduce energy use, enhance resource efficiency, ensure affordability, and foster sociocultural integration in the housing sector.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Edinburgh;  British Council;  Learning for Sustainability Scotland

Learning for Sustainable Futures

Explore teaching approaches to sustainability challenges like climate change, gender equality, and biodiversity while developing practical actions for a sustainable future.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Insurance and the Sustainable Development Goals

Learn how insurance can drive progress toward the SDGs, highlighting the tangible contributions of insurance companies and their role in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development through transformational innovations and partnerships.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Aspen Institute

Hunger as a Racial Equity Issue: Addressing Food Insecurity and Social Safety Nets

Explore the intersection of hunger and racial equity, examining policies, perceptions, and strategies to combat food insecurity and poverty through expert insights and collaborative solutions.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Institute for Pure & Applied Mathematics (IPAM)

Equity through Social Welfare Optimization

Explore social welfare optimization for equitable distribution in transportation systems. Learn about fairness metrics, bargaining solutions, and their applications in AI and machine learning.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Allegories on Race and Racism

Powerful allegories illuminate racism's impact on health and society, empowering listeners to understand, discuss, and combat systemic inequities through Dr. Jones' unique storytelling approach.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

World Economic Forum

Chasing the Next Big Idea

Explore East Asia's leadership and innovation lessons, focusing on smart infrastructure, value chain advancement, social equity, and economic stability. Insights from diverse experts on regional growth and integration.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Which Humans? Innovation, Equity, and Imagination in Human-Centered Design

Explore the social dimensions of innovation in human-centered design, examining technologies across various fields and presenting conceptual tools to address equity and justice in research and design.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Public-Private Partnerships for People and the Planet

Explore innovative collaborations between public and private sectors to address global challenges and drive sustainable development for both society and the environment.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video